Polar Bears on Thin Ice

What does the word conservation mean in paragraph 3?

• The study of animal behaviors

• The act of preserving and protecting natural environments

• The process of reducing pollution in cities

• The need for animals to migrate to new habitats

What is the most likely reason the author wrote the section titled “Super Survivors”?

• To describe the adaptations that allow polar bears to live in the Arctic

• To explain how polar bears have evolved over time

• To highlight the challenges polar bears face due to shrinking ice

• To discuss why polar bears are becoming more aggressive

Which sentence from the selection best supports the controlling idea that people can help polar bears?

• They held fundraisers to support polar bear conservation.

• Polar bears depend on sea ice to hunt seals, their primary food source.

• Scientists are tracking polar bear populations closely.

• Around the world, people are raising awareness, reducing carbon footprints, and donating.

What key idea is supported by the details in paragraphs 6 and 7?

• Polar bears are skilled hunters and excellent swimmers.

• Scientists are developing new tools to track Arctic wildlife.

• Polar bears are struggling to adapt to the challenges of climate change.

• Organizations are working together to restore sea ice.

What does the information in paragraphs 1 through 4 help the reader understand?

• Climate change is causing polar bears to move to new habitats.

• Leah was inspired to take action after learning about polar bear struggles.

• Fundraisers for conservation are difficult to organize.

• Protecting polar bears requires advanced scientific knowledge.

What is the most likely reason the author wrote the selection? Support your answer with evidence from the selection.

What organizational pattern does the author use in the section titled “Super Survivors” to explain the challenges polar bears face?

• Cause and effect – explaining how climate change affects polar bears

• Compare and contrast – discussing how polar bears differ from other Arctic animals

• Chronological order – describing the history of polar bear adaptations

• Problem and solution – highlighting ways to help polar bears